Light snow expected overnight; freezing conditions possible

A PennDot truck makes a turn from High St. on to Manatawny St. as crews were out applying a salt brine solution to treat area roadways prior to expected snowfall on Friday.
photo by Kevin Hoffman, The Mercury

POTTSTOWN — Winter storm Kahn is about to hit Pottstown bringing with it snow and bitterly cold winds.

The National Weather Service has issued a warning for Philadelphia and surrounding areas.

“Given how cold it has been most of this week, the snow will accumulate immediately. This will result in quickly developing slick conditions into the early evening hours. Untreated roads and walkways will become snow covered, resulting in areas of slippery travel,” the report said.

One to three inches of snow accumulation are possible, according to a video posted on the Weather Channel’s website.

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Temperatures will stay steady over night, around 19 degrees with the highest chance of snowfall expected 9 p.m. - midnight, according to a forecast on the Weather Channel’s website.

Kahn is the eleventh winter storm of the season.

Police recommend that drivers start their commutes earlier, and increase distance between vehicles.

Below is a list of school closings and cancellations:

Phoenixville Area School District — All activities after 5 p.m. are cancelled for Friday

Daniel Boone Area School District — The Boys Middle School Basketball game vs. Twin Valley has been postponed to Feb. 1 at 3:45 p.m.

The Girls Middle School Basketball game has been postponed to Feb. 1 at 3:45 p.m.

The Girls High School Basketball vs. Exeter has been canceled.

Methacton School District — All after-school and evening activities are cancelled for Friday. The YMCA After-care program will go on as planned.